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The flames gradually dissipated, revealing a bottomless, massive pit beneath the Shogun's Castle. The execution platform, along with Kozuki Momonosuke and his retainers, had vanished.
Only charred ash drifted in the air.
"The Kozuki Clan... is finished."
This scene was deeply imprinted in the eyes of the people from various towns.
The Kozuki Clan had completely fallen.
"Wororororo!"
Watching the departing Azure Dragon, Law, Killer, and others responsible for guarding the execution simultaneously felt immense pressure.
Kaido's mere ferocious aura upon his arrival had made them feel an indescribably powerful presence, and there was another monster just as strong as Kaido.
It was hard to imagine how they could possibly defeat the Beast Pirates.
"Boring, let's go back."
Law hoisted Kikoku onto his shoulder and, with his subordinates, turned and left.
The promised task was complete. Now it was free time. He planned to visit Onigashima to see the Beast Pirates' Fire Festival.
It wasn't that he was interested in the banquet, but rather he wanted to see the Beast Pirates' true strength. It was said that at this time of year, all of the Beast Pirates' high-ranking officers would return to Onigashima.
Only by knowing the strength of the target could he make the most advantageous choices. He didn't want to act recklessly without considering the consequences, like the Straw Hat.
"Hey, Killer."
After a few steps, Law turned back to face Kid's crew and Urouge's crew. "Don't just stand there. Kid and Urouge should have been sent to Onigashima. If you want to see them, you'll have to go to Onigashima."
"Captain!"
The two groups exchanged glances and immediately followed.
They obeyed the Beast Pirates' summons precisely to rescue their captain.
Evening, Onigashima.
Inside Skull Dome, pirates were crammed everywhere. It was the annual Fire Festival, where everyone could not only eat and drink their fill but also enjoy various exciting contests and rewards.
This was the best time to attract the attention of important figures, and many pirates were straining every nerve, aiming to make a name for themselves on this day.
Third floor, main stage.
"My little ones, I've kept you waiting!"
Queen bounced onto the stage, immediately making tens of thousands of pirates scream in excitement.
Performance.
In the grand banquet hall, the officers arrived one after another.
"Kaido-san, long time no see!"
"Eh? Daichi is here too!"
Ulti was the most lively, waving her arms in greeting. When she saw Daichi, her eyebrows immediately shot up.
"You still remember to come back! You left me all alone at home, crying myself to sleep every day. Woo~"
Daichi's face was covered in black lines.
Was this girl's acting bug biting her again?
Ulti wiped her tears, crying for a while. When she realized Daichi was completely unresponsive, she immediately became furious, rushing over and swinging her small fists to hit Daichi's chest.
"You should comfort me!"
"Sorry, don't be angry."
Daichi comforted her with a wry smile, his gaze sweeping over the others. It had been a long time since they last met. Each of them seemed to have grown... well, no changes.
"Hajrudin."
Daichi called Hajrudin, clearly seeing hatred in his eyes. "I already know what happened in Elbaf."
"What do you plan to do?"
"Revenge!"
Hajrudin's eyes blazed. "I will lead the Giants to flatten every corner of the Holy Land and make those Celestial Dragons pay with their blood!"
If the Celestial Dragons had invaded Elbaf using normal methods, he wouldn't be so angry, but the Celestial Dragons had turned the Giants into demons, making the Giants kill each other. This undoubtedly crossed the Giants' bottom line!
As a future king, he bore the mission of leading the Giants and absolutely could not let those damned Celestial Dragons off the hook.
"Good, but you must endure for now."
Daichi said in a deep voice. "Currently, the most important thing is to find the great treasure. Only after that will be the time to destroy the World Government."
"Daichi-sama, I understand!"
Hajrudin drank his liquor in silence.
He knew he couldn't act on impulse. That Celestial Dragon was too bizarre. If he also got turned into a demon, the Giants could even face extinction.
Following Daichi was the fastest path to revenge.
Suddenly, a loud shout came from outside.
"Daichi, get out here!"
"Who?"
Everyone's expressions changed, their eyes glinting fiercely.
Which bastard dared to shout Daichi-sama's name so loudly!
Seeking death!
"Bastard, daring to provoke Daichi!"
Ulti was the first to stand up, but just as she was about to leave, Daichi stopped her.
This girl's current strength was probably in the 700 to 800 million Berry range, so the probability of her defeating Kid was quite low.
After all, Kid was a new-generation powerhouse capable of fighting a Yonko. It was perfectly normal for him to get up after being knocked down and then burst with power.
"He's calling me, why are you getting involved?"
Daichi chuckled, then stood up and walked to the outdoor main stage, looking down.
The large fighting ring in the center of the banquet plaza.
"Get lost, you nobodies!"
Kid stood in the center of the ring, swinging his giant steel arm and knocking down all the pirates who surged forward.
"Let Kaido and Daichi come out!"
"Newcomer, how could Kaido and Boss Daichi possibly need to make a move for someone like you?!"
The Gifters angrily stepped onto the stage one after another. The number of fighters grew, gradually putting pressure on Kid.
Individual officers weren't particularly strong. Among the New World enemies he had fought, they were probably around the 100 million Berry level.
But their numbers were quite astonishing.
And none of the long-renowned officers had even entered the fray yet.
The officers gathered behind Daichi.
"It's Captain Kid!"
"I heard he's a very arrogant fellow."
"It's best not to underestimate him."
"Over there is Urouge!"
The Tobi Roppo's expressions grew a bit more serious.
A person's name, a tree's shadow.
The rookies of the Worst Generation, though their bounties weren't particularly high, had defeated quite a few veteran powerhouses.
Like Urouge, for instance, who was said to have defeated Sweet Commander Snack of Totto Land, leading to him being removed from the Sweet Commanders by Big Mom.
Captain Kid's reputation was even greater. He had been causing trouble ever since entering the New World and could be said to be the most famous newcomer.
Daichi looked down at the battle below.
He could now understand Kaido's feelings. From their position, these newcomers were quite adorable.
Life was so long. If no one ever challenged their position, they would feel bored and disappointed with the world.
This was also why he gave Kid and the others a chance.
After all, which adult would get angry at a child's play?
"I'll go take him out!"
Ulti leaped out, her body shooting down like an arrow from a bowstring, her hard skull covered in black Haki.
"Ding!"
Kid sensed the danger, quickly looked up at the sky, and seeing Ulti speeding toward him, immediately raised his mechanical arm to block above.
The next moment, Ulti crashed into him.
"Ulti Meteor!"
"Boom!"
The mechanical arm instantly cracked!
Kid knelt and continuously retreated several steps, barely managing to steady himself, his left arm, wrapped in the mechanical arm, trembling constantly.
The newcomer was strong!
"Who are you?!"
"I am Ulti!"
Ulti landed on the ground, lifted her long leg, and kicked the screws on the ground toward Kid. The small screws tore through the air like bullets, grazing Kid's face.
A trickle of blood appeared.
Kid touched the blood on his face, his pupils burning with fanaticism.
"Haha~ Hahahaha~~~"
"If I take you out, Daichi and Kaido will come down, right?"
"Try it if you dare!"